Methodology

Stories are selected because they reveal something useful about human behavior in digital environments—not merely because they are dramatic or widely shared.

Evidence and interpretation

Claims about incidents should be supported by credible sources. Case pages should distinguish among:

• Documented fact: information supported by a cited source.
• Interpretation: an explanation of behavior or design based on available evidence.
• Speculation or uncertainty: a possibility that cannot be established from the record.

Psychological concepts help organize evidence; they should not be used to diagnose an individual from a distance or excuse harmful conduct.

Editorial process

Connor supplies or approves the script, research notes, citations, practical guidance, and final framing. AI tools may assist with organization, formatting, consistency checks, and early drafting. They do not independently select facts for publication or hold editorial authority. Connor retains final editorial control, and publication requires human approval through the repository review process.

Corrections

Material corrections and meaningful updates should be dated and described on the affected page. Quietly fixing typography is reasonable; changing a factual claim or interpretation should leave a transparent note.